Enjoying one holiday at a time

Nordstrom’s is spot on with their holiday policy of decorating for the holiday season and not three months ahead like most big box stores. THANK YOU!! And for that ….. I want to shop at Nordstrom’s that much more. Of course I love their free shipping policy, service and gorgeous selection of items but more importantly – I respect their stand in “enjoying one holiday at a time.”

Remember the days as a child waiting to see the first decorations or hearing the first holiday song ….. how about the first holiday show that ran once a a season! ? That was the magic and beauty of the season …. not the holiday radio station that starts November 1 and looking at holiday decorations when it is 80 degrees out.

I am often quite “loud” about my frustrations in our society that seems to want everything faster, bigger, bolder yet with less down time as a family and acknowledging each holiday for what it is meant for.

Thanksgiving in my eyes is one of the most important and beautiful holidays. It is a time not about gifts, shopping bargains ( although I do LOVE them) and all of the parties. Thanksgiving is about enjoying a beautiful meal, a day of gathering with those friends and family that are so special to you. It is about reflecting on what we are grateful for and enjoying the peace of the moment.

So my wish for all of you is that you can find that moment to relax, be grateful and enjoy your Thanksgiving day.

Oh ….. and once the holiday season appropriately hits …. I do love a good sale and to share tips so more to come on that!